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Dental patients are more informed than ever before and it’s not surprising that much of their knowledge about oral health and dental treatment is gleaned from online sources. Proactive self-education can be beneficial for you and your family, especially if it assists in living a healthy lifestyle. We caution our friends and neighbors in the […]
Cosmetic Dentistry: Gum Contouring
If you are a regular visitor to our blog here at The Carrollton Dentist, you have probably read many articles on cosmetic dentistry procedures. Amy Horton is a master of smile makeovers. Dental bonding, crowns, and porcelain veneers can take care of teeth that are chipped, broken, or misshapen. Our Farmers Branch, Plano, and Fort […]
Captivate Audiences Once Again
Hello Carrollton! Remember when being a toothless five-year-old captivated friends and family? When a lisp was considered precious and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. Toothless smiles are embarrassing and lisps can make you self-conscious. But your days of enticing delighted looks and commanding a conversation may not be gone forever—even if you have gaps […]
Can I Get a Metal-Free Tooth Implant?
Many Carrollton dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they select composite and porcelain restorations. Non-metal fillings and crowns can be matched precisely to your natural tooth color. Some individuals are sensitive to the metals used in standard fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy Over Whether Dental Amalgam is Toxic […]
Aesthetic Dental Transformations
Many Carrollton professionals, students, and retirees are enjoying the lasting benefits of aesthetic dentistry. A stunning smile not only looks great, it makes you feel great! When you first look in the mirror in the morning while brushing those gleaming babies, you remember; “Oh yeah, I fixed my teeth and they look incredible!” When you […]
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
No. Tooth implants have been placed in millions of individuals. Some studies have revealed a success rate as high as 98%. Dental implants have been perfected and tested If you don’t follow the dental industry, you may not be aware that dental implants have been used since the 1960s. According to the American Academy of […]
7 Ways Dental Bonding Can Improve Your Smile In Fort Worth
Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the Dallas area, but there are many patients who don’t know exactly what it is or when it is useful to have the procedure done. Today in the Carrollton Dental Blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry. The dental bonding procedure […]
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as conventional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Carrollton area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit significantly from these slip-free dental […]
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Dallas endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching […]
Treat Oral Infections Early to Prevent Serious Health Consequences
“It’s just sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll take my child to the dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” There has been a lot of talk about viral infections lately. In this post, we concentrate on oral infections. There are many causes of oral infections. In kids, […]